KC SmartPort Blog

Congratulations to our partners in Topeka on the announcement that Walmart is opening a new 1.8M-sq.-ft. Distribution center, joining its three existing distribution operations in the KC region.

KC Tech Academy (KCTA) is an industry-driven regional advanced manufacturing training initiative created by corporate leaders to build a strong future pipeline of skilled production and industrial talent in the KC region.

Congratulations to our partners in Lenexa on the announcement that Tool Source Warehouse (TSW), a national wholesale distributor, will open a new 153,000-sq.-ft. operation at the Lenexa Logistics Center in building No. 7. The company plans to hire up to 25 over the next few years.

Riekes Equipment plays an important role in finding effective solutions for warehouses, service departments and distribution centers.

The Northland Center for Advanced Professional Studies (Northland CAPS) provides high school students with a professional, innovative and entrepreneurial education.

The FTZ program provides flexibility for companies creating or maintaining jobs and investment in the United States.

Trinity Logistics, powered by Burris Logistics, is a full-service transportation solutions provider.

Kaitlin Kelly, University of Kansas student, shares her experiences as a KC SmartPort summer intern.

The Kansas City region remains a hot industrial market as several companies have recently announced plans to locate a new distribution or manufacturing facility, or expand their existing presence in KC.

ITRenew, an Information Technology and Service Provider from Silicon Valley, will open a new 315,000 +/- sf. assembly facility in the I-35 Logistics Park.